Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #74013 - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #74013 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a tank battery, it collects and processes natural gas from nearby wells, separating gas, oil, and water. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and supports the broader natural gas network in Colorado. Its location in Weld County places it within a region with significant oil and gas activity, and it plays a role in meeting regional energy demands.

The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area near Fort Lupton, with proximity to the South Platte River. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction activities may have local environmental considerations such as air emissions and water usage. The facility is subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impacts.